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Common misconceptions in EV Technology, with Ian Collins, Chief Product Officer

In the latest Thought Leadership feature, we address many of the questions and common misconceptions that our customers ask our Business Development teams during discussions about the running of full-electric commercial vehicles.   Is it true that fast charging ruins the battery? It is true that fast charging can put more strain on ...
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Series 2: 06 Volta Zero Tyres

Safe and sustainable city-center operations extend beyond the zero-emission drive train and packaging. The Volta Zero features tyres that are optimised for low-emission urban environments. The low rolling resistance compounds maximise range efficiency, whilst the ultra-silent pattern technology allows for quiet movements around the city. The robust sidewall casing increases ...
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Volta Trucks introduces the full-electric Volta Zero to the Netherlands as Business Development Managers appointed to major EU markets

Volta Zero to be displayed at Zero Emission: EcoMobiel event on 12-14 October in Brabanthallen, Netherlands, to coincide with the launch of the company’s Dutch language website. Volta Trucks’ European market expansion continues with dedicated in-market Business Development teams now operating in France, Spain, Italy, Germany, and the UK, ...
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Manufacturing Thought Leadership, Kjell Walöen

Can you tell us about your background and experience before Volta Trucks. I was a mature graduate in Mechanical Engineering as I spent eight years racing on the Norwegian National Alpine Team and on the US Pro Tour. I started work in food & beverage as a Project Manager building Coca-Cola ...
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Volta Trucks expands UK Research and Development capabilities amid ambitious recruitment drive

Volta Trucks expands its UK-based engineering capabilities to support the development of forthcoming vehicle programs. Company launches an ambitious recruitment drive, scaling to over 280 employees by year-end.   Volta Trucks, a leading and disruptive full-electric commercial vehicle manufacturer and services provider, is expanding its UK-based Research and Development capabilities. This ...
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COP26: Trucks not Targets

At the end of next month, the UN climate change conference COP26, delayed from November 2020 because of the pandemic, will begin in Glasgow. Running between October 31 and November 12, COP26 (which stands for Conference of the Parties) will bring together world leaders, Government ministers, and negotiators, but also representatives ...
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In conversation with Tariel Chamerois, CSR and Sustainable Development Director at DB Schenker, France

Can you tell us a little about yourself, and why you have a personal interest in zero-emissions vehicles? My role is CSR and Sustainable Development Director for DB Schenker France and Maghreb, where I’m responsible for reducing the external negative externalities, including those related to the "final kilometer" in urban areas. ...
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Volta Trucks partners with Sibros to deliver fully connected vehicle systems to electric commercial vehicle fleets

Sibros connected platform to bring real time vehicle data, geofencing and remote diagnostics to the Volta Zero. Technology supports the ambition of zero downtime and better operational efficiency.   Volta Trucks, a leading and disruptive full-electric commercial vehicle manufacturer and services provider, has announced that Sibros, a pioneer of deep Over-the-Air ...
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Volta Trucks confirms €37 million of Series B funding as Volta Zero pre-orders pass 2,500, with an order value exceeding €600m

Volta Trucks confirms successful Series B funding round with a total capital raise of €37 million into the company. Existing investor, New York-based Luxor Capital Group, LP, leads the funding round, further reinforcing their confidence in the Volta Trucks journey. Funding round also saw the participation of strategic partners ...
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Series 2: 05 First Trials of the Prototype Volta Zero

Engineering evaluation and development of the prototype Volta Zero has commenced at HORIBA MIRA. The vehicle uses the proposed production specification chassis frame and drivetrain, and will test all electro-mechanical and thermal properties of the truck. Subsequent learnings will be taken into the production of Pilot Fleet vehicles that will ...
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